Chrysler Blog - Dodge continues to unleash new products; next up 2011 Dodge Journey

Chrysler Blog - Dodge continues to unleash new products; next up 2011 Dodge Journey
The Dodge Brand continues Chrysler Group's vehicle momentum with the new 2011 Dodge Journey – designed to be a mid-size crossover with “right sized” proportions for today's family that wants it all

For 2011, Dodge takes what was good and makes it better. The Dodge Journey receives a major overhaul with a completely redesigned and retuned suspension, a new V-6 engine and a new interior with room from up to five- to seven-passenger seating.

And that's not all.

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Chrysler reveals upgrades to 2011 Dodge Journey | detnews.com | The Detroit News

Chrysler reveals upgrades to 2011 Dodge Journey | detnews.com | The Detroit News

Chrysler Group LLC today released pictures of the upgrades to the 2011 Dodge Journey midsize crossover that goes on sale this quarter.

The Journey, which comes as a five- or seven-passenger vehicle, has a new suspension, the new Pentastar V-6 engine and upgrades to the interior.

The big news here, of course, is the Journey's newly crafted interior with higher-quality materials which puts the outgoing model's cabin to shame (not that it was hard..). Just about everything you see on the dashboard is new, including the sporty looking instrument panel with a standard electronic vehicle information center featuring a full-color display backlit.

The makeover is completed with a new multi-functioning three-spoke steering wheel, larger front storage bin with side nets, newly designed seats and controls, as well as an available Uconnect Touch media center with a touch-screen display. Dodge said the mid-size crossover offers six new interior color and trim options.

On the outside, the cosmetic changes are far less prominent and are limited to the new front fascia sporting the brand's signature "split crosshair" honeycomb grille, restyled fog lamp bezels, available 19-inch wheels, a less angular rear fascia and LED tail-lamps. In addition, the V6 models get a more aggressive lower fascia with a honeycomb grille.

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Police Try to Thumb a Ride With Anti-Texting Message - WSJ.com

Police Try to Thumb a Ride With Anti-Texting Message - WSJ.com
Iowa police are on the lookout for drivers who send text messages behind the wheel. So far, the effort is all thumbs.

Instead of tickets, police are giving texting drivers colorful bands to wear on their thumbs that say: "TXTNG KILLS."

The bands are part of a statewide campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of texting while driving under a new law prohibiting the practice that took effect July 1. For the first year, police can give scofflaws warnings only. Next year, fines will kick in.

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2010 PT Cruiser couture edition - Anaheim automotive photography | Examiner.com

2010 PT Cruiser couture edition - Anaheim automotive photography | Examiner.com
Bright silver metallic on the bottom half and black crystal pearl on the top with a red accent pinstripe demands attention to this special edition PT Cruiser. The 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser Couture edition is the 16th variation of the PT Cruiser since its introduction. The Couture edition is a throwback version to the 1930s and 40s American romantic period. Tinted glass, Chrome trim, satin silver instrument panel, analog clock, radar red leather seats and retro styling brings the look together.

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DCH Chrysler Jeep Dodge donates to Susan G. Komen for the Cure

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the team at DCH Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Temecula is joining forces with the community to help find a cure.

Breast Cancer affects 1 in every 8 women, and we know that with those kinds of odds it's highly likely that one of our mothers, daughters, grand-daughters, aunts, nieces or just a good friend will be touched by this deadly disease. To help support those who are working for a cure, DCH Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Temecula is devoting the month of October toward raising funds for Breast Cancer research.

Please plan to visit us this Friday through Monday and help support this worthwhile cause that impacts us all. See you soon!

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State Farm Data Shows That October Remains Most Dangerous Month for Teen Crashes - Forbes.com

State Farm Data Shows That October Remains Most Dangerous Month for Teen Crashes - Forbes.com
Newly analyzed State Farm claims data shows the trend continues - October remains the most dangerous month of the year for teen driver crashes. According to claims data spanning the last seven years, the highest number of injury or collision claims filed by 16- and 17-year-old drivers continues to hit a high point in October, spiking by about 15 percent when compared to other months of the year.

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